Configuration and Deployment: Configure and deploy Akamai CDN services (e.g., Domain onboarding, delivery rules, caching policies, origin configurations) and WAF rulesets (e.g., security policies, custom rules, DOS and client reputation) based on application requirements and security guidelines.
Production Support: Provide day-to-day operational support for Akamai CDN and WAF infrastructure, including monitoring performance, identifying and resolving issues, and implementing necessary changes.
Performance Optimization: Analyze website performance metrics and implement Akamai CDN features and configurations to optimize website speed, reduce latency, and improve user experience.
Security Implementation: Implement and manage Akamai WAF policies to protect web applications from various security threats, including OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, bot attacks, and DDoS attacks.
Rule Management: Create, review, and maintain custom WAF rules and exceptions based on application-specific needs and emerging security threats.
Colloration: Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to integrate Akamai services seamlessly into the existing infrastructure and deployment pipelines.
Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve complex issues related to CDN delivery, caching behavior, and WAF blocking in a timely and efficient manner.
Monitoring and Alerting: Configure and maintain monitoring and alerting systems for Akamai services to proactively identify potential issues and ensure service availability.
Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for Akamai configurations, deployment procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
Knowledge Sharing: Stay up-to-date with the latest Akamai features and security trends and share knowledge with the team.
Vendor Management: Interact with Akamai support for technical assistance and escalations as needed.
Capacity Planning: Participate in capacity planning activities for Akamai services to ensure scalability and performance.